The Turkish government will allocate USD 46.2 billion for 3,783 projects across multiple sectors as part of the 2025 Public Investment Program published in the Official Gazette. The program aligns with the 12th Development Plan and the Medium-Term Program (2025-2027), focusing on economic growth, infrastructure enhancement, and public service improvements.
Accordingly, the transportation and communications sector will receive the largest share of funding, with USD 16.3 billion, accounting for 35.3 percent of the total budget. Other key sectors benefiting from the program include education, agriculture, mining, health, and energy. The education sector will receive USD 5.4 billion, while USD 4.2 billion is designated for agriculture. Mining is set to receive USD 3.5 billion, health USD 3.3 billion, and energy USD 2.8 billion.
The remaining USD 10.6 billion will be distributed across various sectors, including manufacturing, tourism, housing, clean water, R&D, and environmental initiatives.
Among the most significant projects, the Sakarya Natural Gas Area Development Project, with a USD 1.73 billion investment by Turkish Petroleum Corporation (TPAO), ranks as the highest-funded initiative. The Üçyol-Buca Subway Project, managed by Izmir Metropolitan Municipality, ranks 4th in the Top 10 Projects list, with an allocation of USD 507.1 million. Another notable project, the Kirazlı-Halkalı Subway in Istanbul, will receive USD 424.7 million, with 91.2 percent of its funding secured through external credit sources. In addition, 81 energy projects are planned for 2025, including renewable energy initiatives, underground natural gas storage facilities, and hydroelectric power plant rehabilitation projects.
The 2025 Public Investment Program reflects Türkiye's strategic focus on enhancing economic resilience, fostering sustainable growth, and ensuring a robust investment climate by prioritizing infrastructure development, industrial advancement, and public service improvements.